What Is an eSIM?

A simple guide to understanding eSIM technology. No technical jargon, just clear answers.

The Simple Answer

An eSIM is a digital SIM card built into your phone. Instead of inserting a physical card, you activate it by scanning a QR code.

That’s it. Same functionality as a regular SIM — calls, texts, data — but no tiny plastic card to lose or swap. The “e” stands for “embedded” because it’s already inside your phone.

Why Travelers Love eSIM

Keep Your Number

Use alongside your existing SIM — dual SIM capability.

Buy Before You Go

Set up at home, arrive connected.

Instant Setup

Scan a QR code, you’re connected. No store visit needed.

No Lost Cards

Nothing to drop, lose, or fumble with tiny trays.

Does My Phone
Support eSIM?

IPhone eSIM Support

Most modern iPhones support eSIM technology, including:

  • iPhone XR and XS
  • iPhone 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 and later models
  • Some regional variants may differ.

How to check on iPhone:

Settings → Cellular / Mobile Data
Look for “Add eSIM” or “Add Cellular Plan” — if it appears, the device supports eSIM.

Android eSIM Support

Many newer Android phones support eSIM, especially:

  • Google Pixel 3 and newer in most regions
  • Samsung Galaxy S20 and later models (S21, S22, S23, S24 series)
  • Other recent Android flagships from Motorola, Oppo, Sony, and more depending on region and carrier support

How to check on Android:

Settings → Network & Internet (or Connections) → SIM / SIM Manager → look for “Add eSIM” / “Add Mobile Plan”.

Ready to Try eSIM?

Get your CARRYON eSIM and experience seamless connectivity.

Ready to Try eSIM?

Get your CARRYON eSIM and experience seamless connectivity.

Step 2/2 — Delete Your Account

Before starting your account deletion process, please make sure that you understand:

  • Your account deletion request will take 7 days to process
  • Logging back into your account will cancel the account deletion process – You will no longer be able to use any Airmoney you have earned
  • Your eSIMs, and any available remaining data on your active packages, will be disabled
  • All your personal information will be deleted except the information which must be stored according to our privacy policy
  • Once your account deletion request has been processed, your account will no longer be retrievable

Step 1/2 — Choose a Reason

You can delete your account permanently after choosing a reason and giving more details to tell us why you're deleting your account. (Optional)

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COVERAGE

What Is an eSIM?

DATA

GB

VALIDITY

DAYS

PRICE

CAD

Available Top-up packages

Supported Countries

Additional Information

Network

Plan Type

Data Only

Validity Policy

The validity period starts when the eSIM connects to a mobile network in its coverage area. If you install the eSIM outside of the coverage area, you can connect to a network when you arrive.